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Evergy Urges Holiday Light and Decoration Safety

Tuesday, December 3

Follow these guidelines for a safe and merry holiday season By Evergy Inc. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The holiday season is here with festive lights and decorations. As families get ready to decorate, Evergy reminds customers to be safe with both indoor and outdoor holiday lights. ... Read More.

Demolition of Atrium Hotel to Begin December 6

Monday, December 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson has announced the demolition of the Atrium Hotel and Conference Center to begin on Friday Dec. 6, 2024. According to a statement provided by the City of Hutchinson, Kansas Concrete LLC will handle the demolition, which is scheduled... Read More.

Hospice & Homecare of Reno County Launches 37th Annual “Remember Me Tree” Campaign

Monday, December 2

By Hospice & Homecare of Reno County HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hospice & HomeCare of Reno County has proudly launched its 37th annual Remember Me Tree campaign, a heartfelt tradition dedicated to raising funds for families navigating end-of-life care. This cherished initiative offers community members an... Read More.

The Salvation Army Encourages Community Members to Donate as they Pass a Red Kettle this Holiday Season

Tuesday, November 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Salvation Army's bell-ringing campaign is underway as Thanksgiving approaches, aiming to raise awareness and support for those in need. Major Paul James of the Reno County Salvation Army describes the bells as a symbol of hope for many in the community... Read More.

Free Dental Clinic in Hutchinson January 17-18, 2025

Tuesday, November 26

By the Kansas Dental Charitable Foundation TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Dental Charitable Foundation is planning to host its twenty-fourth Kansas Mission of Mercy free dental clinic at the Kansas State Fairgrounds Meadowlark Building in Hutchinson, KS on January 17-18, 2025, with clinic doors opening... Read More.

Dedication Ceremony for K-96 Signs Honoring the 96th Infantry Division “Deadeye Division”

Monday, November 25

NICKERSON, Kan. — A highway sign dedication ceremony honoring the 96th Infantry Division, known as the "Deadeye Division," will take place on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 9 a.m. at the Nickerson Community Center in Nickerson, Kan. Hosted by Reno County Commissioner Ron and his... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to Two Structure Fires Over Weekend

Saturday, November 23

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson firefighters were called to two structure fires over the weekend. The first fire was reported at 5:18 AM Saturday at a residence in the 600 block of East Avenue A. Division Chief of Operations Jeremy Unruh said the first... Read More.

9th Judicial District Nominating Commission Seeks Nominees for District Magistrate Judge

Friday, November 22

By Lisa Taylor, Kansas Courts TOPEKA, Kan. — The 9th Judicial District Nominating Commission is seeking nominations to fill a district magistrate judge vacancy in McPherson County. The vacancy will be created when District Magistrate Judge Amanda Faber’s term expires. The 9th Judicial District is composed of... Read More.

Community Commemorates Vietnam Veterans with Tribute at Veterans Park in Great Bend

Friday, November 22

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — On Monday, November 11th, 2024 the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce proudly held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the completion of the Barton County Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Veterans Park. This heartfelt tribute was... Read More.

Daniel Gilligan Named Chief Judge in 27th Judicial District

Friday, November 22

By Lisa Taylor, Kansas Courts TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Supreme Court has appointed District Judge Daniel Gilligan as chief judge of the 27th Judicial District effective January 13 through December 31, 2025. He succeeds Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick, who will retire January 12. The 27th... Read More.

The Salvation Army Kicks Off Reno County Red Kettle Campaign, Announces $355K Annual Fundraising Goal

Friday, November 22

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Salvation Army kicked off their Reno County Red Kettle Campaign last night during Downtown Hutchinson's Third Thursday. A $355,000 goal for their annual fundraising was announced by Hutchinson Police Chief Brice Burlie, who is this year's honorary Christmas... Read More.

Kansas GOP Senator Wants State to Invest $1 Billion to Boost Pension System’s Bottom Line

Friday, November 22

Skeptics more keen to improve Tier 3 benefits available to newer public employees By Tim Carpenter, the Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. (Nov. 21, 2024) — Republican Sen. Michael Fagg wants to persuade the 2025 Kansas Legislature to allocate $1 billion of the state’s revenue surplus... Read More.

Evergy Urges Holiday Light and Decoration Safety

Demolition of Atrium Hotel to Begin December 6

Hospice & Homecare of Reno County Launches 37th Annual “Remember Me Tree” Campaign

The Salvation Army Encourages Community Members to Donate as they Pass a Red Kettle this Holiday Season

Free Dental Clinic in Hutchinson January 17-18, 2025

Dedication Ceremony for K-96 Signs Honoring the 96th Infantry Division “Deadeye Division”

Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to Two Structure Fires Over Weekend

9th Judicial District Nominating Commission Seeks Nominees for District Magistrate Judge

Community Commemorates Vietnam Veterans with Tribute at Veterans Park in Great Bend

Daniel Gilligan Named Chief Judge in 27th Judicial District

The Salvation Army Kicks Off Reno County Red Kettle Campaign, Announces $355K Annual Fundraising Goal

Kansas GOP Senator Wants State to Invest $1 Billion to Boost Pension System’s Bottom Line

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